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    Learn the fundamentals of coding for various applications. Understand basic programming concepts and write simple programs in languages like Python and JavaScript.

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    • T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Information Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Telecommunications, Information Management, Probability, Probability Distribution, Technical Communication, Algorithms, General Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • É

      École Polytechnique

      Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Software, Data Import/Export

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      Visual Basic Programming: Inheritance and Polymorphism

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Modeling, Program Development, Microsoft Development Tools, Computer Programming, .NET Framework, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Cryptography and Information Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Key Management, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Theoretical Computer Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      519 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      186 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Simulations, Big Data, Scientific Methods

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      342 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      L

      LearnQuest

      Artificial Intelligence Algorithms Models and Limitations

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Risk Modeling, Training Programs, Test Data, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Economic Development, Economics, Human Factors

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      456 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rice University

      Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1)

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Python Programming, Computer Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      382 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Akamai Technologies, Inc.

      Operating Systems Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, User Accounts, OS Process Management, Unix Shell, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Open Source Technology, Security Controls, Virtualization, Virtual Machines

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Fundamental Sports related Musculoskeletal Anatomy

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Kinesiology, Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, Medical Terminology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Cloud Identity

      Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, User Accounts, Mobile Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Single Sign-On (SSO), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), System Configuration, Data Loss Prevention

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

    • Information Theory: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1: École Polytechnique
    • Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions: Coursera Project Network
    • Visual Basic Programming: Inheritance and Polymorphism: LearnQuest
    • Cryptography and Information Theory: University of Colorado System
    • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications: Johns Hopkins University
    • Computational Social Science Methods: University of California, Davis
    • Artificial Intelligence Algorithms Models and Limitations: LearnQuest
    • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1): Rice University
    • Operating Systems Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.

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